2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2005 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
